God has destined every human being to live under the flow of His grace — a life of peace, joy, and freedom in communion with Him.
But some inner obstacles block this grace.
Recognize these barriers and let Christ overcome them.
1. FEAR prevents you from moving forward and receiving God’s promises.
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” (2 Timothy 1:7)
2. IGNORANCE distances you from the truth and leads to destruction.
“My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge.” (Hosea 4:6)
3. ANGER disturbs your heart and steals your peace.
“Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry,” (Ephesians 4:26)
4. ENVY extinguishes gratitude and distracts you from your path.
“For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.” (James 3:16)
5. EGO closes the door to humility and learning.
“If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves.” (Galatians 6:3)
6. DOUBT smothers faith and blocks God’s promises.
“The one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.” (James 1:6)
7. HATE extinguishes the light of the heart.
“Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.” (1 John 2:9)
8. UNFORGIVENESS keeps your soul imprisoned by the past.
“If you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” (Matthew 6:15)
9. LIES destroy trust.
“Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor…” (Ephesians 4:25)
10. PRIDE blocks God’s favor.
“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (James 4:6)
These barriers come from the human heart, not God.
Christ’s grace can overcome them all.
“If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36)
PRAYER:
Lord, remove everything that blocks Your grace in me.
Fill me with peace, truth, and humility.
Shine Your light in my heart.
Amen.
Apostle Dr Jean-Claude SINDAYIGAYA